ON THE BOARDS...Season '17-'18

ArtFuse Review Illusions of Support; Ugly Lies the Bone - David Greenham..."But it’s the hell-bent, tour-de-force performance of Rachel Burttram that makesUgly Lies the Bone worth the drive to Bangor. She’s feisty, angry, determined, and always strong.... Despite a knee she can’t bend, and an arm that she can barely use, Burttram’s Jess somehow manages to put a joyous bounce into her steps. In fact, she practically floats around the stage — while using a walker. When Jess crams her mangled body through a window to watch the space shuttle launch just one more time, Burttram manages to convey gratitude through the figure’s groans and screams of pain..."Maine Edge Review of Ugly Lies the Bone More than Skin Deep - Katie Toole and Adam Cousins "...Burttram’s dynamic Jess elicits sympathy, but is also a multi-faceted woman of strength - Jess is no mere cipher for pity. Of particular note is Burttram’s vast range from awestruck to turbulent, and her sharp-witted treatment of Jess’ sarcastic sense of humor...."

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BIO...

Rachel Burttram has been a working actress for over 20 years. Her stage work has been seen across the country in venues such as Actors' Theatre of Louisville (acting apprentice in 1999-2000) in KY, Riverside Theatre in Vero Beach, FL, Geva Theatre Center in Rochester, NY, Penobscot Theatre Company in Bangor, Maine, Gloucester Stage in MA, Kitchen Theatre Company in Ithaca, NY, The Hippodrome Theatre in Gainesville, FL, Barnstormers' Theatre in NH, City Equity in AL and various stages in NYC including the prestigious Actors' Studio. Rachel is a 16 year member of the acting ensemble at Florida Rep Theatre named by Wall Street Journal's Terry Teachout as "one of America's Top Repertory Companies." She has shared the boards with the likes of legendary Carol Lawrence, Tony-nominated Daniel Sunjata and many friends who are very talented artists. Her work on screen includes independent films and TV shows as well as national commercials. She was nominated for the 2009 Southwest Florida Angel of the Arts Performance Artist of the Year, nominated for BroadwayWorld's Best Actress in a Play 2012- Central NY for Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune at the Kitchen Theatre Company in Ithaca, BroadwayWorld's Best Actress in a Play 2013 SW Florida for Other Desert Cities and was named "2013 Best Actress" by Florida Weekly . As an Arts Administrator, Rachel has served as an Associate Director, Director of Audience Development, Company Manager, Director of Education, Box Office Manager and Fundraising Research, Community Programs Director and mentor. She has developed programs for theaters around the country for under-served populations. Rachel is also a teaching artist and has taught classes and workshops for a variety of populations all over the country with her husband and fellow theatre artist, Brendan Powers. She is the creator of WELCOME TO THE GREEN ROOM, a resource for actors, singers and performing artists to share ideas and tips for a healthy lifestyle in a budget. Rachel is a proud member of Actors' Equity Association and an honorary member of the NAACP.

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Voted "Best of...2013" Florida Weekly

Rachel Burttram was named "Best Actress" for Florida Weekly's "Best of...2013" Click here to see article"Rachel Burttram is back on stage at Florida Rep Theatre and we couldn't be happier...Whenever Ms. Burttram is on stage, there is magic."